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CJY 185C

1965 James Captain

Blue Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,439 mi
Last recorded2,439 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJY 185C
MakeJames
ModelCaptain
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2017 2,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 2,438 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 2,438 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 2,436 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 2,402 miles

How Reliable is the James Captain?

Based on 412 MOT tests across 147 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
108
Miles/Year
147
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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CJY 185C is a 1965 James Captain in Blue with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a James Captain fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJY 185C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJY 185C registered?

CJY 185C is a 1965 James Captain, first registered on 9 March 1965.

Is CJY 185C safe to buy?

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